Awareness of HPV and cervical cancer prevention among Cameroonian healthcare workers

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Authors

Catherine McCarey · University of Geneva

David Pirek · University of Geneva

Pierre Marie Tebeu · Université de Yaoundé I

Michel Boulvain · Geneva College

Anderson Sama Doh · Yaoundé Gynaecology, Obstetrics and Pediatrics Hospital

Patrick Petignat · Geneva College

Abstract

Knowledge of cervical cancer and prevention by screening showed several gaps and important misconceptions regarding screening methods.Creating awareness among healthcare workers on risk factors and current methods for cervical cancer screening is a necessary step towards implementing effective prevention programs.

Topics & Keywords

Cervical Cancer and HPV Research Global Cancer Incidence and Screening

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: BMC Women s Health

Volume 11, Issue 1, pp. 45-45

DOI: 10.1186/1472-6874-11-45

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